Politics
OYO PDP LG PRIMARIES: Stakeholders hint Makinde on failures in Oluyole, Ona Ara LGs
A group of Stakeholders in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Oyo State chapter on Saturday drew the attention of the State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde to the alleged unwholesome behaviors of some known aides of the governor, using their closeness to him to impose candidates and propagate failures ahead of the forthcoming local Government election in the State.
A spokesperson of the Concerned Group, Otunba Farayola Ogungbade in a press statement to reporters in Ibadan said, a serving Deputy Speaker in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammed Fadeyi, and a former Deputy Chief of Staff to His Excellency, Hon. Mojeed Mogbonjubola who doubles as the House of Representatives candidate of the PDP in the recently concluded 2023 general elections are the ‘worst culprits in this regard”.
Ogungbade hinted that PDP leaders in Oluyole and Ona-Ara respectively are disappointed by the antics of these elements, but were worried “whether the State Governor sent them to destroy the party structures in both council areas or they are only being mischievous in their actions”.
According to him, “Hon Mojeed Mogbonjubola Jagaban who lost elections on three consecutive occasions in 2015, 2019, and 2023 respectively has turned himself into a party leader who can approbate and reprobate at the same time. He is wielding powers that are both questionable and unreasonably defective.
“The current Executive Chairmen in Oluyole and Ona Ara Local Governments, Olaide Popoola Settle and Hon. Musibau Shaba are few of the Governor’s committed and trusted loyalists who have executed programmes of the government to the best of their abilities in their respective council areas.
“Olaide Popoola Settle alone has done over 130 projects to the admiration of his people, while Shaba has remarkably etched his name in gold in Ona Ara. They are also the toast of the party leaders and members to continue their good works.
“But Mojeed Mogbonjubola Jagaban, who should be reflecting on his electoral future is hellbent on foisting and forcing a relatively unpopular candidate on the local government and has endorsed same to be Chairman contesting under the PDP for the forthcoming poll.
“Jagaban endorsed a certain Aspirant last Wednesday against the popular demand of the party leaders in Oluyole local government. He has become so notorious for this act and this is against the principle of collective bargaining.
“Twenty-two (22) leaders out of the 26 party leaders endorsed Olaide Popoola Settle for the second term. He was a one-time Caretaker and later elected Chairman and has done wonderfully well to merit the return ticket of our party.
“Like Jagaban, the Deputy Speaker, Fadeyi has also become a thorn in the flesh of party leaders. Save for the Governor’s popularity and rating, Fadeyi was primed to lose the last election as evidenced in the pre-election reports from across the 150 units in his constituency.
“Fadeyi cannot deliver any polling unit without the influence of His Excellency and the stakeholders in the constituency. The Governor should call the duo of Mogbonjubola Mojeed and Muhammed Fadeyi to order.
“Our Governor won the State and virtually all State constituencies for people like Fadeyi because of His Excellency’s reputation and not the PDP as a party that won the seat for him.
“The Governor should therefore rein in, on these people who are out to destroy his name in the name of unhealthy politicking and attempting to become emergency leaders in their respective local governments,” Ogungbade added.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to resign immediately, alleging that his recent remarks on state security exposed incompetence and an inability to lead.
Governor Makinde, speaking during his acceptance speech as the Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan on Saturday, lamented that he could do little to rescue abducted school children and residents in Oriire Local Government Area due to all security structures being under federal control.
Reacting, APC State Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, described the governor’s comments as “the height of cluelessness, insincerity, and criminal ineptitude,” warning that such disclosures reflect a dangerous trend among parochial leaders.
Sadare said, “Engr. Seyi Makinde could not find any fault in the nation’s Constitution, yet he swore twice to protect lives and properties of Oyo people. He has long enjoyed the powers of his office, controlling resources and people without challenge, but now faces a serious test, exposing incompetence, cluelessness, and ego.”
He added, “Instead of addressing security challenges, Makinde is exploiting the situation to push a mirage he calls a presidential ambition in 2027. His insensitive comments once again reveal hypocrisy. It is time he quit the office of the governor, having admitted he lacks the capacity to secure the state.”
The APC also recalled that previous governors, including Alhaji Lam Adesina, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, and the late Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, operated under the same constitutional provisions without similar security failures. Sadare particularly praised Ajimobi for establishing a Security Trust Fund to ensure funding and stakeholder involvement in security, in contrast to the current administration.
“Makinde’s presidential ambition is dead on arrival. Our concern is the continued loss, deprivation, and mismanagement the people of Oyo may suffer in the remaining year of his tenure. The state deserves a team player, a sincere and humble governor — qualities Makinde has failed to demonstrate in seven years. He should apologise and step down,” Sadare concluded.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 general election following the conclusion of the party’s presidential nomination process.
Makinde emerged through consensus and affirmation by party delegates during the exercise, in what party leaders described as a demonstration of unity and confidence in his leadership ahead of the next general elections.
The governor was presented with his Certificate of Return by the National Chairman of the APM, Alhaji Yusuf Dantali, during a ceremony held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, amid cheers from party faithful, delegates and supporters drawn from different parts of the country.
Speaking during the presentation, Dantali said Makinde possesses the leadership qualities, administrative experience and vision required to steer the country towards sustainable growth and national development.
He urged party members across the federation to close ranks and intensify grassroots mobilisation to ensure victory for the party in the 2027 presidential election.
The APM national chairman maintained that the party remained committed to presenting Nigerians with what he described as a credible alternative capable of addressing the country’s economic, security and governance challenges.
According to him, the emergence of Makinde as the party’s flag bearer marked the beginning of a new political movement aimed at restoring hope and strengthening democratic governance in the country.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Makinde expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party and delegates for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to work with stakeholders across political, ethnic and religious divides to advance the party’s vision for national transformation.
The governor assured party supporters of his commitment to inclusive leadership, promising to prioritise policies that would improve economic prosperity, strengthen institutions and enhance the welfare of Nigerians if elected.
Five key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have been appointed to the party’s campaign committee for the 2026 governorship re-election of Governor Abiodun Oyebanji in Ekiti State.
The Oyo APC leaders on the list include the party’s governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, former Senate leader Teslim Folarin, Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, Zacch Adedeji, and Remi Oseni.
The list, signed by the party’s National Secretary, Sen. Ajibola Basiru, reflects the APC’s strategy of deploying experienced political figures with strong grassroots networks to ensure a successful re-election campaign in Ekiti.
“These appointments recognise their political experience and commitment to advancing the party’s agenda,” the source within the party said.
The APC committee is expected to coordinate campaign activities, voter engagement, and messaging, positioning the party for a strong showing in the 2026 governorship election.
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